Detectives Investigating Fatal Hit-and-Run in Springfield

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Franconia Police District — Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in Springfield.

On September 13, around 6:00 a.m., officers responded to the intersection of Franconia Road and Elder Avenue in Springfield for a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle.

Preliminarily, detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit determined Julio Cesar Pasassi, 43, of Springfield was walking west alongside the eastbound lanes of Franconia Road on the sidewalk. The driver of a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta was traveling east on Franconia Road when they drove off the roadway and struck Pasassi. Pasassi was declared deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Volkswagen abandoned the vehicle at the scene and fled before police arrived.

The investigation into the crash continues as detectives work to identify the driver of the Volkswagen.

Detectives would like to speak to anyone who may have information about this case. Those with information are asked to please call our Crash Reconstruction Unit at 703-280-0543. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – (703)-246-4676, and by web –Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App and follow the steps to “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.

Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victim’s family is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.

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